Welcome to Episode 2 of Chapter 3: Understanding Emotions.

In this introduction episode, I present my next deep dive: the Understanding Emotion series!

Inspired by a workshop on emotions I attended years ago, I talk about how the next few episodes will unfold. We will digest information on emotions and reflect on how it relates to our own personal experience. We learn to use our emotions to help make sense of our inner world and how we experience our life.

I recite a poem I've written, titled The Preciousness of Life, to playfully help us practice the art of listening and reflecting internally, to build a better understanding of how we feel inside.

I hope this is a fun way to start the new year!
As always, take good care of yourself and those you love!

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BREATHING IS ACTION is a meditative affirmation podcast for teens and adults. For everyone, everywhere. Let's be the change we want to see in the world!

Writing, research and production by: Macie Leblanc-Smith

Editing by: Macie Leblanc-Smith, Marc-Olivier Plouffe

Intro/Outro Music: Overthinker (instrumental version) by Mindme on Epidemic Sound.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Chapter 3: Being Less Hard on Ourselves!

This episode is about learning to be softer and more compassionate with ourselves. This is advice I would've really needed to hear as a kid and I hope it helps anyone who recognizes themselves in it as well. To the perfectionists out there, or the overworked caretakers, this one is for you!

In this episode, I introduce journals prompts instead of an affirmation meditation, with the hopes of building a deeper and richer introspective relationship within the self.

Remember to take good care of yourself and those you love!

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BREATHING IS ACTION is a meditative affirmation podcast for teens and adults. For everyone, everywhere. Let's be the change we want to see in the world!

Writing, research and production by: Macie Leblanc-Smith

Editing by: Macie Leblanc-Smith, Marc-Olivier Plouffe

Journal Prompt Music: Dreamlike Sunrise by Mandala Dreams on Epidemic Sound.
Intro/Outro Music: Overthinker (instrumental version) by Mindme on Epidemic Sound.

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This is Part 2 of my Navigating Technology Series: Navigating Technology in a Healthy Way!

Technology has a wide range of useful functionalities. It is a great resource for expanding our knowledge and providing us with opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable to us. Simultaneously, there is evidence that certain devices or media platforms can be addictive and they can deeply impact our wellbeing and self-esteem. With all this in mind, I share some ideas of how we can move forward with technology in a healthy way. I also dive deep into the dark psychology behind advertisements and its relationship to tech design.

I hope this is useful for anyone out there trying to cut down on their device use. I hope this offers insights for parents who want to help navigate technology use with their kids and teens.

Take good care of yourselves guys and of course, take good care of those you love!

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BREATHING IS ACTION is a meditative affirmation podcast for teens and adults. For everyone, everywhere. Let's be the change we want to see in the world!

Writing, research and production by: Macie Leblanc-Smith

Editing by: Macie Leblanc-Smith, Marc-Olivier Plouffe

Music during meditation: Do You Trust Me by Airae on Epidemic Sound.
Music for intro and outro: Overthinker (instrumental version) by Mindme on Epidemic Sound.

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Website: https://www.breathingisaction.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathingisaction/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1072321904486583

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Listen on -

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreathingisAction

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70f25WRsNpI2KIioh9CI12?si=Shxhmj9bSayGGma0qRlyew

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breathing-is-action/id1779339259

Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4852c1d-a39e-493b-8911-3a2c53ad7dfe/breathing-is-action

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